Peer Specialist - ADT

Behavioral Health and Developmental Services of Strafford County, Inc.; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Partners in Strafford County seeks a Peer Specialist for the ADT Team to support adults with severe mental illness. You will use your lived experience to promote recovery, develop wellness plans, and help peers access resources in a non-judgmental setting. Some evenings and weekends may be required to assist during crises.

We value independence and teamwork, provide training on WRAP and IPS, and expect strong communication, documentation in EHR, and a commitment to person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Lived experience of mental illness & recovery.
• Intentional Peer Support Training and WRAP Training preferred.
• Capable of working independently as well as a member of a team.
• Maintain Intentional Peer Support certification as applicable.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to utilize technology provided to perform requirements of the job.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of adequate automobile liability insurance and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Enters into supportive, non-authoritative relationships with peers with a goal of encouraging recovery
• Works with adult peers, age 18 and up, who have severe and/or persistent mental health challenges
• Assists peers in the development of a Wellness Action Plan (WRAP) so that they can create their own individualized wellness goals and recovery plan and contribute meaningfully to the treatment planning process
• Assists peers in accessing community resources, advocates on behalf of peers and educates mental health professionals regarding the perspective of persons with lived experience
• Facilitates open dialogue with peers to encourage direct, honest, and respectful communication
• Completes all documentation in a timely manner with the Electronic Health Record
• Participates in Co-Reflection Trainings with peer agencies
• Attends peer support training (Wellness Recovery Action Plans, Intentional Peer Support, and Whole Health Action Management) that is authorized by the NH Bureau of Behavioral Health
• Attends meetings, trainings and events as assigned
• Performs tasks, projects and other duties as assigned

Skills

Lived experience

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

WRAP training

IPSP certification

Valid driver's license

Technology literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Community Partners is a non-profit organization that provides critical supports and services for individuals and families living with developmental disabilities and/or behavioral health challenges.

The Peer Specialist, ADT Team will serve as a member of the ADT, providing an array of supportive services to adults with severe mental illness. The Peer Specialist uses their lived experience of recovery from mental illness, plus skills learned in formal training, to deliver services in behavioral health settings to promote mind-body recovery and resiliency. This position will include some early evening hours and weekends as needed to support clients in crisis.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enters into supportive, non-authoritative relationships with peers with a goal of encouraging recovery
• Works with adult peers, age 18 and up, who have severe and/or persistent mental health challenges
• Assists peers in the development of a Wellness Action Plan (WRAP) so that they can create their own individualized wellness goals and recovery plan and contribute meaningfully to the treatment planning process
• Assists peers in accessing community resources, advocates on behalf of peers and educates mental health professionals regarding the perspective of persons with lived experience
• Facilitates open dialogue with peers to encourage direct, honest, and respectful communication
• Completes all documentation in a timely manner with the Electronic Health Record
• Participates in Co-Reflection Trainings with peer agencies
• Attends peer support training (Wellness Recovery Action Plans, Intentional Peer Support, and Whole Health Action Management) that is authorized by the NH Bureau of Behavioral Health
• Attends meetings, trainings and events as assigned
• Performs tasks, projects and other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED
• Lived experience of mental illness & recovery and/or has worked in a Peer Support Center
• Intentional Peer Support Training and WRAP Training is preferred but not required
• Capable of working independently as well as a member of a team
• Maintain Intentional Peer Support certification as applicable
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to utilize technology provided to perform requirements of the job
• Valid driver’s license, proof of adequate automobile liability insurance and reliable transportation required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physically and mentally capable of performing multiple tasks under stressful situations
• Able to respond appropriately in crisis situations with clients
• Must be capable of recording and consuming data electronically
• Able to stand, stretch, bend, walk, lift and transport a minimum of 10 pounds
• Physically able to drive
• Able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time

All candidates must pass a background check which includes, but is not limited to, criminal and driving records to be considered for the job.

Candidates must be vaccinated against or be willing to get vaccinated against COVID-19 by the date of hire to be considered for employment, subject to eligibility for exemption as provided by the US Equal Opportunity Commission.

Community Partners, Strafford County’s premier behavioral health & developmental services provider, links people to the long-term supports and services they need to a live a full life in this community.